The Monkeys promote Danny Pattison and Max Rapley to associate creative directors

Danny Pattison and Max Rapley

The Monkeys, part of Accenture Song, has appointed senior creatives Danny Pattison and Max Rapley as associate creative directors.

Tara Ford, Monkeys & Accenture Song’s growth markets creative director, said the group was delighted that Max and Danny were being promoted to ACD roles.

“It’s well deserved, as they have proven time and time again that they are great talents and great leaders in the making,” Ford said.

“They’ve naturally inspired teams and built culture, so I’m excited to see where they go next.”

Pattison said he was excited to take this next step in his career.

“With the help of Tara Ford, Executive Director Barbara Humphries and the rest of the leadership team, I am excited to take the agency to even greater heights,” Pattison said.

With over 10 years of advertising experience in London and Sydney, Pattison has worked on global brands Adidas, Amazon and Unilever, as well as leading Australian brands including NRMA Insurance, Telstra, Blackmores, CGU and MLA.

Pattison has taught at the AWARD School twice and is also an experienced film director.

Rapley said the opportunity to start working with Danny, the nicest Glaswegian who ever lived, was a real pleasure.

“During my time at The Monkeys, I was fortunate to work on some of the biggest brands in the country, guided by the best creative leaders in the world,” said Rapley.

Rapley, who also has 10 years of experience between Sydney and Los Angeles, has worked for global and Australian clients including Amazon, Telstra, NRMA Insurance, Crown, Tourism Western Australia, SMEG, HCF, a2 Milk Company, David Jones and Art Gallery NSW.

Rapley has also tutored at the AWARD School and helped launch Mood Tea, a social enterprise aimed at combating youth suicide.

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